Sofitel Beirut le Gabriel

good hotel

Amazing hotel. Really friendly staff. Rooms were really comfortable. Really enjoyed the breakfast too! Will defo be back!

Super friendly staff property is very conveniently located, offers the expected from a 4/5 stars hotel. Breakfast is very rich

Our experience at this hotel was exceptional! We hosted a successful corporate event, thanks to their top-notch facilities, the highly experienced staff and the outstanding service. The rooms were comfortable, tidy and clean. The food generous and delicious. The warm atmosphere makes you feel at home. Highly recommended for both leisure and/ or business experience.

This definitely is not a 5-star hotel, and well below the standards one would expect of a luxury hotel. The hotel is in need of refurbishment - the lifts are tiny (and shudder), and the rooms - whilst reasonably sized - are worn, with stains on the carpet and the upholstery. The bathrooms are small and poky, with dated fixtures. About the only thing that made it upscale were the Lanvin toiletries. There's not even a coffee machine in the room - only instant coffee is available. During the four nights I stayed, I was offered a turndown service only once (the other 3 nights I was out, so I don't know why they didn't just come in and do the turndown?). So the rooms are very much of a low grade. The pool and gym are in the basement. The gym is small, with very dated machines - neither the treadmill nor the elliptical machine worked at all. The cleaning staff were friendly. I never saw the front desk staff except upon arrival and departure, as they are hidden by a big pillar and work behind a plastic screen - it's not friendly or inviting. The security guard was mostly hunched over his mobile phone. So you feel quite ignored as you come and go. The location, however, is great - so close to lots of lovely bars and restaurants, and in a really lovely part of town. All in all, a disappointing Sofitel experience - far more in line with staying in a Ibis. Very expensive for what I got. I wouldn't stay again. And as for all of the other 5 star reviews...you will note that they're all by one- or two-time contributors, so I really question the authenticity. When you find a reviewer who has more than two reviews to their name, you'll see they also gave the Sofitel a low grade.

What a gem this beautiful boutique hotel . From the time you step in the lobby you feel at home, the reception staff are multi lingual, professional and knowledgeable . The room service is impeccable and the buffet breakfast is varied and delicious. We have stayed at Le Gabriel Sofitel many times over the years and always look forward to visiting again.

We had an amazing stay at Sofitel le Gabriel this week. Checkin was extremely fast, very comfortable room, wonderful service and lovely staff. Everyone we met was so kind and helpful. Thanks again to everyone for the warm welcome. Stephanie & Firat

A remarkably cosy and homey hotel to stay in Beirut. A great location where you can walk pretty much everywhere in Achrafieh and the staff are always there to assist. The only letdown is that rooms could have a have better noise insulation. And parking is out on the street. Apart from that, a superb hotel in the heart of the captivating Beirut.

An incredible stay! The hotel's prime location was convenient (close to everything) What stood out most was the staff - genuinely friendly and helpful, from front office to bartender to housekeeping. Their warmth truly made our experience memorable ! We are already looking forward to coming back!